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Install ThinkSystem SD530 hardware RAID kit into the compute node

Use this information to install ThinkSystem SD530 hardware RAID kit into the compute node.

Before you install ThinkSystem SD530 hardware RAID kit into the compute node.:

  1. Turn off the corresponding compute node that you are going to perform this task on.

  2. Remove the compute node (see Remove the compute node from the enclosure).

  3. Remove the compute node cover (see Remove the compute node cover).

  4. Make sure the RAID adapter support bracket is installed. If not, install it into the node and secure it with three screws.

    Installing the RAID adapter support bracket

  5. Touch the static-protective package that contains the RAID adapter to any unpainted metal surface on the node; then, remove the adapter from the package.

  6. Place the RAID adapter, component side up, on a flat, static-protective surface and set any jumpers or switches as described by the adapter manufacturer.

Complete the following steps to install ThinkSystem SD530 hardware RAID kit.

  1. Connect the RAID adapter to the system board with the PCIe cable.

    Cable connection

  2. Connect the SAS/SATA cables (see Internal cable routing).

  3. Insert the end of the adapter into the slot on the side of the node.

  4. Align the other side of the adapter with the guide pin; then, lower the end until it snaps in place.

    RAID adapter installation

After you install ThinkSystem SD530 hardware RAID kit into the compute node, complete the following steps.

  1. If the air baffle is removed, reinstall it (see Install the air baffle).
  2. Reinstall the compute node cover (see Install the compute node cover).
  3. Reinstall the compute node (see Install a compute node in the enclosure).
  4. Check the power LED to make sure it transitions between fast blink and slow blink to indicate the node is ready to be powered on.